Record ID: WMID-BA89E6
Object type: AWL
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy probable Awl, possibly of Bronze Age dating but could easily be later in dating (2150 BC to c. AD 1500). The awl consists of a sub square sectioned artefact that gradually tapers from a wide centre, to a sharp point at both ends. No obvious tang is present. Faint grooves are present down each of the thicker sides. It measures 51.35 mm in length, has a maximum width of 3.49 mm and has a maximum thickness of 3.24 mm. It weighs 2.4 g. The probable awl is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst withi…
Created on: Wednesday 13th February 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 13th February 2013
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Record ID: WMID-90F2F3
Object type: BARBED AND TANGED ARROWHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / knapped flint tanged arrowhead, of Middle Bronze Age dating (c. 2,400 BC to c. 1000 BC). The arrowhead is sub triangular in shape, with a square end tang located centrally. It has been made from a tertiary debitage flake as none of the original cortex (outer rind) is present. The ventral face is flat. The dorsal surface exhibits retouch along both edges and a central ridge. The retouch can be classified as Short / Sub parallel / low angle. It measures 38.0 mm in length, 17.8 mm wide and 6.4 mm thick. It weighs 3.4 g. The flint is a soft mid brown (honey) …
Created on: Wednesday 29th January 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 29th January 2014
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Record ID: WMID-04BA35
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). Approximately 75% of the bell is present. The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The base of the bell is semi circular, with a rectangular slot across the base, with circular ends. One half incomplete. The decoration on either side is hard to determine. The bell was cast in one piece, using two opposing moulds. This c…
Created on: Monday 20th June 2022
Last updated: Monday 20th June 2022
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Record ID: WMID-067E6D
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). Less than 25% of the bell is present, consisting of part of the central girth rib. The top part of a sounding hole is present. The exterior is convex and the interior concave. It measures 16.2 mm in length, 33.0 mm wide and 4.0 mm thick. It weighs 5.7 g. The crotal bell is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement while within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail.
Created on: Monday 20th June 2022
Last updated: Monday 20th June 2022
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Record ID: WMID-90BAFB
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The base of the bell is semi circular, with a rectangular slot across the base, with circular ends. The Iron 'pea' is still present inside the bell. Minimal decoration appears visible on the lower hemispheres of the bell. The bell was cast in one piece, using two opposing moulds.…
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 9th February 2024
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Record ID: WAW-CDC2C2
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy book or strap fitting, of probable Medieval dating (1100 to 1500 AD). The fitting consists of two strips of copper alloy riveted together, it is sub rectangular in plan and rectangular in cross section. The upper plate is sub rectangular in plan, with bevelled outer edges, and the remnants of a hook at one end. The hook extends centrally from the end of the plate. No decoration remains on the upper plate. The remains of two rivets are present, located centrally at either end of the plate. The lower plate is trapezoidal (sub triangular) in plan, with the a…
Created on: Monday 6th December 2010
Last updated: Friday 28th November 2014
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Record ID: WMID-D3EB15
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silvered copper alloy book clasp of Medieval dating (AD 1350 to AD 1400), Howsam type A.9.2. Around 75% of the book clasp is present, consisting of the rectangular 'box chape' only. The lozengiform element is incomplete and the terminal is missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The attachment end (box chape) is hollow and broadly rectangular although the sides flare gently outwards towards the end and the edges are at right angles to the faces. Two silver rivets are present, located at the corners of the terminal. Each rivet has a circular cross section and a diameter…
Created on: Tuesday 15th October 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 11th January 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Raunds', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WMID-9E32E9
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Colchester brooch, of Late Iron Age to early Roman date (AD 25 to AD 60). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, consisting of the bow, wings, head, part of the spring, and an incomplete catch plate. The pin, and the rest of the spring are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with incomplete small flat rectangular wings projecting from either side at the top. An incomplete triangular catch plate extends from the …
Created on: Wednesday 6th May 2015
Last updated: Monday 5th September 2016
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Record ID: WMID-889E37
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy dolphin (hinged) type, of Roman dating (AD 55 to AD 100). Approximately 75% of the brooch is present, consisting of bow, wings and a partial catch plate. The rest of the brooch is missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The bow is D-shaped, with an angled head. The wings are circular in shape. The reverse of the wing have been decorated with vertical grooves, giving the impression of a coiled spring. The bow is undecorated. The remains of a triangular catch plate with a folded edge to retain the pin is present at the foot of the bow. It measures 31.2 m…
Created on: Monday 10th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 10th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-D81166
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete cast copper alloy skeuomorphic plate brooch, in the shape of an Axe, of Roman dating (2nd Century AD). Approximately 75% of the brooch is present, consisting of the plate, catch plate, and spring. The pin is incomplete. The brooch is in the shape of an axe, with a rectangular handle. The axe head has a straight upper edge and the lower edge is concave, flaring to a point on both the 'cutting' edge and the 'butt' edge, both of which are straight. The front surface of the brooch is decorated with cells which are filled with enamel. The handle forms one cell, the upper …
Created on: Tuesday 16th October 2012
Last updated: Thursday 8th November 2012
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Record ID: WMID-E780C8
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy hinged head enamelled type brooch, of Early Roman dating (AD 50 to AD 100). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, consisting of the head, bow, and hinge. The foot, catch plate and pin are missing. The head of the brooch consists of a cylindrial tube, with a slot present at the centre for the hinged pin to be located. Joining the head of the brooch to the bow is a series of recessed and raised ridges, the raised ridges have been rouletted. The front of the bow is decorated with a raised diamond (lozenge) shape. Around the edge of the central di…
Created on: Wednesday 17th October 2012
Last updated: Thursday 15th November 2012
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Record ID: WMID-E7BAC6
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy Colchester derivative (Polden hill style) brooch, of Roman dating (75 - 175 AD). Approximately 75% of the brooch is present consisting of the bow, wings, catch plate and spring casing. The pin and spring are missing. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindrical wings projecting from either side at the top. A rear facing hook is present next to the head. The front of the bow has been decorated by a central ridge running down the length of the …
Created on: Wednesday 17th October 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 17th October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-E80BD6
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy Dolphin brooch, of Roman dating (AD 55 - AD 100). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present consisting of the bow, wings, and hinge casing. The pin, catch plate and foot are missing. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindrical wings projecting from either side at the top. A decorative plain rib is present, running the length of the bow. Each of the wings has a sub circular wing cap, with a perforation for the spring. A vertical groove is pr…
Created on: Wednesday 17th October 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 17th October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-E837A4
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy Dolphin brooch, of Roman dating (AD 55 - AD 100). Approximately 75% of the brooch is present consisting of the bow, wings, catch plate and hinge casing. The pin and foot are missing. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindrical wings projecting from either side at the top. A decorative plain ridge is present, running the length of the bow. Each of the wings has a sub circular wing cap, with a perforation for the spring. A vertical groove is p…
Created on: Wednesday 17th October 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 17th October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-D81D62
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy annular brooch of Medieval dating (c.AD 1250-1400). The brooch is circular in plan with a frame that is, barring decorative feature, D-shaped in cross section with a flat reverse and convex upper surface. The outer face is also decorated with six raised broadly hexagonal collets that are taller and wider than the frame of the brooch. Each of these have circular cells within them, one of which contains traces of white cement material within them, probably the remains of a fixative for holding jewels in place. Between each collet, the frame is dimpled, with…
Created on: Thursday 30th June 2022
Last updated: Thursday 30th June 2022
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Record ID: WMID-B67909
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Colchester derivative, Harlow (double lug) brooch, of Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 100). Around 95% of the brooch is present, with only the pin being incomplete. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with rectangular wings projecting from either side at the top. The front of the bow has been decorated by a central raised vertical ridge, with flanking ridges to either side. A triangular catch plate extends from the reverse of the foot of the bow, with a folded edg…
Created on: Thursday 7th May 2015
Last updated: Monday 22nd August 2022
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Record ID: WMID-882AE8
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Colchester derivative Harlow, (double-pierced lug) brooch, of Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 100). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, consisting of the bow, wings, head, and an incomplete catch plate. The pin and spring are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with flat rectangular wings projecting from either side at the top. An incomplete triangular catch plate extends from the reverse of the foot of the bow. The bac…
Created on: Monday 10th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 22nd August 2022
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Record ID: WAW-CE1293
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy annular buckle (or possible annular 'ring' brooch) of medieval date (1200-1400). The buckle is circular in plan with a circular cross section. There is no evidence for a constriction within the frame of the buckle to which a pin would fit. Instead the pin is attached by a large loop which moves freely around the frame. There is also no evidence of a recessed pin rest on the frame. The pin is almost complete and relatively large; the tip of the pin is slightly damaged. It is attached to the brooch by a single loop which has been folded around the fr…
Created on: Monday 6th December 2010
Last updated: Friday 28th November 2014
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Record ID: WAW-CE6622
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy asymmetrical buckle, of Medieval dating (c.1350 -1450). The buckle consists of an oval loop with attached rectangular strap bar. It is rectangular in cross section. The front part of the buckle is oval in plan, with a D-shaped cross section. A pin notch / rest is present at the centre of the outer edge. The inner edge is expanded slightly, with a constriction in the centre for the pin. The pin consists of a strip of copper alloy wrapped around the central bar. The pin is mostly complete, but it has been bent out of its original shape, and the tip is no longer pr…
Created on: Monday 6th December 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 8th August 2018
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Record ID: WMID-8939F9
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete copper alloy buckle, of Medieval dating (c. AD 1350 to c. AD 1400). The buckle consists of buckle frame, pin and plate. The buckle frame is D shaped, with an ornate outside edge. A double pin rest is present in the centre, with a flanking knop to either side. A horizontal bar is present next to the strap bar. The strap bar is narrowed and recessed. The reverse of the frame is flat and undecorated. The pin has been made from a triangular strip of sheet copper alloy metal. The wide end has been wrapped around the strap bar, positioned in the gap in the buckle plate. …
Created on: Monday 10th August 2015
Last updated: Saturday 12th May 2018
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